February 2026

Mortgages in Kenya: Your Complete Q&A Guide

How do mortgages work in Kenya? A mortgage is a loan provided by a bank or financial institution to help you purchase property. The bank pays the seller on your behalf, and you repay the loan in monthly instalments over an agreed period. The property serves as security for the loan until full repayment. How much deposit is required for a mortgage in Kenya? Most banks in Kenya require a deposit ranging...